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City of KM announces line-up for “Live at Patriots Park” Concert Series Live entertainment is back at Patriots Park! The City of Kings Mountain is thrilled to return live music to Downtown Kings Mountain with the 2025 “Live at Patriots Park” Concert Series presented by the Albemarle Corporation. The series brings a talented group of entertainers to the Liberty Falls Amphitheatre, covering Beach, Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Classic Rock, and much more! Each concert will begin at 6:00 PM. The line-up for this series includes: • 5/3 Bantum Rooster http://www.bantumrooster. com/
• 6/7 Departure - The Journey Tribute- https:// thejourneytributeband. com/ • 9/6 Rivermist - https:// www.rivermistband.com/ Get your taste buds ready! Food trucks and an adult beverage garden, presented by the American Legion Post 155, will be on hand. Great food, beverages, and LIVE Music-Saturday nights in Downtown Kings Mountain will be epic! Patriots Park is located at 220 South Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC. For more information on the concert series, contact the City of Kings Moun-
BANTUM ROOSTER - See details for concert this Saturday, May 3 on page 3A. tain’s Marketing, Tourism, and Events Department at
704-730-2101 or visit their website at www.King-
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The Hobbit opens this weekend Kings Mountain Little Theatre and Bobby and Tosha Dearmin of Cleveland County Farm Bureau Insurance presents The Hobbit, directed by Jim Chandler in May. Dates include Saturday, May 2, 3, 9, and 10 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, May 3, 4, 10 and 11 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets: Adults - $20, and Students and Senior Citizens $10. How can someone prove to themselves that they have the skills and traits needed to achieve bold dreams? How can a person demonstrate that they are worthy of trust and friendship? These questions capture the inner conflicts that Bilbo Baggins (Bridget Allen), a quiet, unassuming Hobbit, faces in The Hobbit when an
Almost one billion gallons of water have been removed from the Albemarle Mine pit and should be reached by mid-May. Photo by Loretta Cozart
Lithium Mine Tours begin on Thursday, May 1 ancient wizard named Gandalf (Kevin Burke) sends him on an adventure with 13 dwarves, led by a moody and mercurial King Thorin Oakenshield (Trey Ross), who have lost their home to a fierce dragon named Smaug. Many dangers occur along the way, including a run-in with a mysterious creature named Gollum (Sarah Sandoval) and being captured by three hungry Trolls, and Bilbo discovers his values, skills, and courage. His journey suggests that the heroism and See HOBBIT, Page 5A
By Loretta Cozart Last week, Albemarle announced that public tours would begin on May 1 and can be booked by emailing Cynthia.Estridge@ albemarle.com or calling
704-734-2775. If you haven't had the chance to join Albemarle for the 2-hour guided tour exploring the Kings Mountain Mine, they encourage you to register for our upcoming May and June dates!
This experience is perfect for small groups (ages 10+)—don’t miss your chance to learn more about the site's history and geology. Last week, Albemarle invited members of its CAP committee to tour the mine.
While a great deal of water has been removed, there is still more to go in the deepest part of the pit. The mine's dewatering continues and should be completed sometime between October and November this year.
KMHS FFA plant sale Saturday By Loretta Cozart Get ready to kick off the gardening season in style! As Mother's Day draws
near, don’t miss the vibrant Plant Sale hosted by Kings Mountain High School's Future Farmers of America (FFA) on Saturday, May 3, at 9 a.m., at 500 Phifer Road in Kings Mountain. It's not just a sale, it's a celebration
of community, hard work, and growth! Dedicated students have poured their hearts into this event, and you’re invited to come support their efforts while diving into a world of beautiful plants and delecta-
ble food! Whether you have a sunny patio or a cozy indoor nook, we have something for everyone: stunning hanging baskets, vibrant vegetables for your garden, trendy See FFA SALE, Page 5A
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